TRADITIONAL ECLAIRS
Over the years, family, friends, co-worker and students have enjoyed this tried-and-true desert. For birthdays, our sons prefer it over birthday cake!-Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Greendale, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h10m
Yield 1 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, bring water, butter, sugar and salt to a boil over medium heat. Add flour all at once; stir until a smooth ball forms. Remove from the heat; let stand for 5 minutes. Add 1 egg at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat until smooth and shiny. , Insert a large round tip into a pastry bag; add batter. Pipe into 12 strips (about 3 in. long) 3 in. apart on a greased baking sheet. , Bake at 400° until golden brown, 30-35 minutes. Remove to a wire rack. Immediately cut a slit in each for steam to escape; cool. , For filling, combine sugar and cornstarch in a small saucepan; gradually add milk until smooth. Bring to a boil over medium heat until thickened and bubbly. Reduce heat; cook and stir 2 minutes longer. Remove from heat. , Stir 1 cup hot filling into egg yolks; return all to pan. Bring to a gentle boil; cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly. Remove from heat; stir in butter and vanilla. Cool. , Split puffs; remove and discard soft dough from inside. Fill eclairs just before serving. Replace tops; dust with confectioners' sugar or spread with frosting. Refrigerate leftovers.
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Hopie Dopie
[email protected]Overall, I thought these éclairs were pretty good. I would definitely make them again.
Nadeemkharal 66
[email protected]I would make these éclairs again, but I would make a few changes to the recipe.
Jallal Mughal
[email protected]The éclairs were a bit too dry for my liking.
Bhuban Giri
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of éclairs, but these were actually pretty good. The pastry was light and the filling was creamy.
dhan kumar tamang
[email protected]The éclairs were a bit too sweet for my taste, but overall they were still good.
Dorsaf Teraoui
[email protected]I was so excited to try this recipe, but the éclairs didn't turn out as well as I hoped. The pastry was a bit dry and the filling was too sweet.
Adnan bukhari
[email protected]I made these éclairs for my family and they loved them. They're definitely a new favorite!
Haman Ceverino
[email protected]These éclairs were delicious! The pastry was crisp and the filling was creamy and flavorful.
Fardin Sojib
[email protected]I've made éclairs a few times before, but this recipe is by far the best. The éclairs were perfect.
Steve Roberson
[email protected]The recipe was easy to follow and the éclairs turned out beautifully. I'm so glad I tried this recipe!
Nanyonga Martha
[email protected]These éclairs were a hit at my party! They were light and fluffy, with a delicious filling. I followed the recipe exactly and they turned out perfectly.